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Discovering the world of Can Themba
Siphiwo Mahala talks about his fascination with the 1950s writer and journalist
Press Council appoints new executive director
The Press Council of South Africa has announced that Latiefa Mobara has been appointed as its new executive director
Tracking media freedom: 40 years since Black Wednesday
Forty years ago the apartheid regime crushed the free press. Today, the media industry is better off but it’s in a mess
Shake-up lends irony to press ombud’s award
Joe Thloloe, South Africa's press ombudsman, has been honoured with the Order of Ikhamanga (silver) during one of media's most difficult times.
M&G invented story about my Cope departure
The M&G has given Philip Dexter the right to reply after the press ombud ruled in the paper's favour regarding his complaint.
Press ombud and lawyer honoured with national orders
The <i>M&G</i> has confirmed two recipients for national orders that are a little unexpected, despite their impressive credentials.
Press ombud criticises media response to complaints
The press ombudsman has lashed out at some media houses for ignoring complaints about published articles.
Rwanda’s media in a state of hesitation
Journalists, on the other hand, are daunted by the responsibilities that would come with self-regulation.
New press code to ‘root out irresponsible journalism’
The new press code, kicking into effect on October 15, will leave no space for shoddy journalism, says press ombud, Joe Thloloe.
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